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Portuguese Shrimp with Garlic and Lemon (Keto)

Succulent shrimp cooked in a flavorful garlic and lemon sauce, inspired by Portuguese cuisine. A quick and easy keto-friendly lunch.

25m4 servings
Contains shellfishEGG-free
220 cal|25g protein|5g carbs|10g fat|1g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 450 g Shrimp
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 6 cloves Garlic
  • 3 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1/4 cup Parsley
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Prepare the about 450 g Shrimp by peeling and deveining them. Mince the 6 cloves Garlic finely.
  2. 2Place a 30.48 cm skillet on the stovetop and set the heat to medium. Add the 3 tbsp Olive Oil to the skillet and let it heat for 1 minute.
  3. 3Add the minced 6 cloves Garlic and the 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes to the hot skillet. Sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant and just beginning to turn golden. Do not let it brown.
  4. 4Add the prepared about 450 g Shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the second side, until they are completely pink and firm to the touch. The internal temperature should reach 63°C.
  5. 5Pour the 3 tbsp Lemon Juice into the skillet with the shrimp. Add the 1/4 cup Parsley.
  6. 6Stir everything together to coat the shrimp in the lemon juice and parsley. Cook for 30 seconds more, just to warm the lemon juice and wilt the parsley slightly.
  7. 7Remove the skillet from the heat. Season the shrimp with the 1/2 tsp Salt and 1/4 tsp Black Pepper.
  8. 8Serve the Portuguese Shrimp with Garlic and Lemon immediately.

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